- Bryson City
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Not currently accepting bookings on Hipcamp
Similar campgrounds nearby
Campers also viewed...
Reviews
100% Recommend104 ratings · 80 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
Perfect Mountain Getaway
Tent · Group trip ·
Forest Tent-Site w/Mtn Sunset Views
We absolutely loved our stay at the Silverbell Wood Forest Tent Site! Nicole was a fantastic host who clearly put a lot of care into creating this special camping experience.
The privacy of having the entire site to ourselves made this feel more like glamping than traditional camping. The composting toilet was clean and well-maintained. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a private, well-equipped, eco-conscious camping experience in the Smokies area.
A few tips for future campers: The 4WD requirement is real - don't try it without AWD/4WD. Bring extra toilet paper and fill water containers at the spigot when you arrive.
Jason C.
2 reviews
Our stay was amazing! Quiet, beautiful, well appointed. The hosts were friendly and responsive. We will definitely stay there again!
A
Amanda G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
I spent 2 days on Nicole's place with my boyfriend. The views on balcony camping were nice. The place was well equipped with everything that you need for staying there. They have a shower and restroom. We were lucky the weather was amazing and we really enjoyed the place. I recommend that place for everyone who wants getaway from the city because it is very private and quiet.
N
Nataliia V.
6 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
Very private. Nice amenities (deck with view, shower, bathroom, covered kitchen with supplies)
Kim H.
3 reviews
This is a great campsite. We stayed here for a two night father/son campout and rafting trip, and chose this location because it was a short drive from the Nantahala Outdoor Center. The covered kitchen is awesome for cooking your own meals and keeping your supplies dry, and the access to fresh water is very helpful. The location is very private, and the kids had a great time exploring in the woods. Nicole provided us with very detailed information leading up to the trip about what to plan and expect. I would definitely like to return in the future.
B
Brent C.
8 months on Hipcamp
Great campsite! Very well maintained, loved the covered kitchen area & the view from the deck.
K
Kristina R.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
It was very secluded and a great way to escape. It was also close to many amenities in the event you needed to get something. I would definitely recommend this site.
K
Kevin S.
11 months on Hipcamp
This place was one of my favorite places I have ever camped. The kitchen will be living in my dreams. The site had just about everything a person could need! We loved the outhouse and the spring shower as well, what a treat to have those! Nicole was so kind and helpful in all of our communications. We went to the NOC center, went swimming in lake fontana and spent a lot of time in Deep Creek Park. We can't wait to come back to this area and explore more! Thank you for such a magical week.
Jenna G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Fathers day get away for the win!
Tent · With kids ·
Forest Tent-Site w/Mtn Sunset Views
This spot is a treasure. Really well put together and has all you need. Make sure you are aware of the road situation and follow directions to a T. It's worth the trek up for the view, privacy, and outdoor kitchen. We especially loved having an outdoor covered kitchen area for summer rain hang out. The set up for where to put your trash was really nice. The compost bathroom is really well done. We loved the cold shower set up to cool off at the hottest part of the day. Location is great for adventuring. Close enough to town if you want to be fancy. We loved it!
Gaby R.
8 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
What a cool camp spot! My favorite out of all the Hipcamps I’ve been to. Spot was clean and level, definitely needed 4WD to get up the driveway. Communication with host was great. Would highly recommend.
Tres B.
19 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Great campsite! We arrived to a beautiful setup. The covered kitchen area was great! The picnic table on the overlook was a great sunset view. The little bathroom and shower buildings were perfect. I prepaid for some firewood and it was ready for me when I got there. Very private, saw no one other than a curious kitty cat who came to visit several times but never got close. Every little detail of this campsite had thought and purpose. Wonderful all around!
Z
Zach P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Has everything you could possibly need, firewood to buy on site, kitchen utensils, kitchen sink with foot pump for water, shower with running water, a bathroom with everything you need, and and a perfect deck to hang a hammock on.
J
Jarrett M.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
We had a lovely relaxing few days at this camp site! The views of the sunset were beautiful every night. The little hikes off the back of the site were such a treat too. We set up Hammocks and had the best time relaxing in the woods.
A
Audrey B.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
The view was amazing, one day there we had absolute silence for 3+ hours. No dogs, no cars, no planes, no wind or bugs...nothing. Truly peaceful. The water from the pump there tasted amazing, straight from the tap. No prep necessary!
A
Alexander S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2025
We had an amazing time at Nicole's site in Bryson City, North Carolina! The spot offered breathtaking views, and it had everything we needed for a perfect camping experience. From the cozy setup to the peaceful surroundings, it was an ideal escape into nature. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy the great outdoors!
Ryan C.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Forest Tent-Site w/Mtn Sunset Views
Great spot. All the amenities from the covered kitchen area to the shower and deck with a picnic table looking out over the mountains were perfect. Highly recommend.
J
James P.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Great place to camp 🏕. You need four-wheel drive to get to the spot, but it's not bad. I can see where it's needed if it's raining 🌧. The directions took you straight to the site, and it's an easy ride to town. Very, very private, and the host has made it nice with plenty of water already there on-site. The little bathroom and shower stall, along with the kitchen set up, made this very cozy, and I could have stayed way longer than I did. The deck offers amazing views and very pretty sunsets 🌇. And I'll definitely be returning well worth the money 💰
M
Michelle B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Beautiful view, very private, with a privy and an outdoor shower, plenty of cold water for the shower, we'll kept. Picnic table on a nice deck. 4 or all wheel drive is a must. Very large campsite room for small groups. Will be back !
P
Pat E.
2 reviews
Great spot. Very secluded. Amenities like the outdoor sink, shower, and outhouse were great and well designed. Wood deck that extends over drop off is a great touch. Firewood (for purchase) was dry and affordable. Site is level and drains well. Great and enough space for a family or maybe two.
Road is gravel so it is easily passable even when raining. A few steep sections but not many. Worth the effort!
K
Ken K.
6 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Forest Tent-Site w/Mtn Sunset Views
very awesome spot! loved the mountain view and all the thoughtful amenities
D
Devin D.
3 reviews
We had an amazing time at this site! The directions were very clear and we had no trouble finding our way. The site itself was very secluded and the only sounds were the occasional dog. The ground was level and the site was spacious enough for probably 6-8 people. We used the porch with picnic table for every meal and there was a nice peekaboo view of the mountains even for peak summer, just enough to see great sunsets. The covered kitchen area was really nice for prepping food and storing items. It was also well stocked with plates, utensils, etc. There was a compost bathroom and cold shower which were a nice benefit. Both my friend and I had acceptable cell signal in case of emergency. We would definitely recommend this site for a primitive feel with some welcome luxuries that you can’t get at every campsite.
R
Ryan B.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
I absolutely loved the site on Nicole’s land. Beautiful view and the amenities were clean. Directions were clear on getting there and would 100% chose this land again when visiting the Smoky Mountains.
L
Lily B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Very beautiful, very private. We brought an extension cord and were able to have power directly at the site. The views over the mountain at sunset were one of the best parts, and I would definitely go again.
S
Sebastian F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Forest Tent-Site w/Mtn Sunset Views
Great views! Bathroom, showers and cooking area helped out a lot. Nice big fire pit. Really nice spot to camp!
A
Allen H.
1 year on Hipcamp
A wonderful property to relax at. 4WD was necessaey when it was raining. They have thought of virtually everything you would need and more from dishware/cutlery to pots/kettles. The sink/kitchen prep station was amazing for keeping our site clean and tidy (and dry).
We will definitely be back!
L
Lawson D.
1 year on Hipcamp
We loved this campsite! It was exactly as described…private, kitchen area with foot-operated pump for hand and dish washing, potable water, large fire pit area (cut firewood available for small fee, although we brought our own), outdoor shower (unheated water), great mountain view with picnic table, upscale outhouse with sink, mirror, and foot-operated pump for hand washing. As campsites go, we couldn’t have asked for more. Gravel/dirt road was a bit steep in sections and we were glad to have AWD vehicle with decent ground clearance. Went into Bryson City each day for ice and food. Nicole provided hiking suggestions and sent message to check on us. Will return if in the area again.
L
Laura F.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Quiet and easy to find! Nicole was communicative and happy to help if we needed. The site was clean and easy to access. A great experience!
L
Lilli B.
1 year on Hipcamp
This is my new favorite spot! It is very secluded so if privacy is what you’re looking for this is it! The site is really well put together. The outdoor kitchen was a fantastic amenity! It was also thoughtfully stocked with things you might need. We were well prepared and still used some of the dishes. The sunset view was fantastic! Owner was quick to communicate and easy to work with. It’s only 15 minutes to Bryson City. Having the bathroom was also a welcome plus. I can’t say enough good things! It was spacious, comfortable and private. Perfect for what we were looking for!
M
Mark C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
So private and secluded!
Tent · With kids ·
Forest Tent-Site w/Mtn Sunset Views
This was a wonderful experience! They really thought of everything. I typically like to rough it a little, but this was a good combo of roughing it and glamping if that is possible. The site was large, the views were great and the amenities were more than expected. Although it only rained when we arrived for a short period of time, that outdoor kitchen area is spacious and well thought out. The sink had running water operated by a foot pump, there were utensils (if needed), dishwashing liquid, 2 bins of other cooking/kitchen items that we didn't even need, a large bench that we could sit on out of the rain if needed, a large deck overlooking the valley with a picnic table and 2 eyelets for a hammock (which we used). The compost outhouse was large, dry and had everything you needed (including a foot pump for water). Everything was really great!
You will need a 4x4 to get up there as it gets a little steep and bumping once you get past the house and cabin on that driveway. But once past there, you are secluded and it's peaceful.
The only thing missing (and for the first time I ever forgot) was an ax to split wood. The wood pieces they sell are a little large. I was able to baton the smaller pieces to make kindling, but the larger pieces it would be nice to split in half.
All in all I loved this place. My 11 year old son loved it as well. Close to Bryson City where we rented a Side by Side and hit some trails. Also not to far away from the Cherokee Ruby Mine.
K
Kevin C.
3 reviews
My friend and I had an absolutely wonderful time camping at this site. Nicole was an amazing host, reaching out both in advance and during our trip to make sure we had all the info and local recommendations we needed. The site itself was well-stocked with basic supplies, and the facilities were well-kept, thoughtful, and convenient. We had beautiful mountain views and could see the stars so clearly—I cannot wait to come back again soon! Thanks Nicole!
J
Julianne C.
2 years on Hipcamp
Location
Bryson City, Swain, North Carolina, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Nicole H.
Joined in May 2017Things to do nearby
Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.